Testimonials

Dear Ivy and Tracy
We had a wonderful time in China thanks to your efficient organization - everything ran smoothly and we were impressed. We have never had a tour which was so well planned and executed.
Our guides were all good in their spoken English and their input made our holiday interesting and informative. They were flexible about the amount of time we spent in the various places we visited. Especially we enjoyed the guide in Beijing - Sunni and the one in Kunming - Evan. Mary in Shanghai was perhaps less enthusiastic we felt.
The food and restaurants were all good - the only hotel which fell short of the mark and was disappointing - was The Feng Ze Yuan in beijing which was disappointing in its facilities, the lack of pleasantness on the reception desk - and no one speaking English!
The food provided on our tours was always very good - with lots to eat....except for one very unattractive restaurant in Lijiang - which we objected to eating in - with so many attractive restaurants around, and the guide took us to another restaurant instead, which is very nice!
At times visits to factories - like enameling, tie dying, jade etc - can be tiring in that it takes time out of the tour day when we would really rather be doing other things. However we do understand that these places showcase local/minority groups handwork and crafts so we did not object.
We definitely would recommend and use your company again....thanks for making the holiday so smooth and enjoyable - you really took the stress out of traveling for us.
Regards
Carole

Updated: Thursday, June 03, 2010

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15 Days tour of Beijing, Xian, Lhasa, Chongqing, Yichang and Shanghai (Standard)

  • Day 1
    • Place & Transport:Arrive in Beijing
      Today's Activities:Our guide will warmly greet you at the airport and then transfer you to the hotel. After checking in at the hotel, the rest of the day will be your free time to adjust to the jet lag and relax yourselves.
      Meals:None
      Accommodation: Grand Mercure Xidan, Beijing
  • Day 2
    • Place & Transport:Beijing
      Today's Activities:Your memorable tour in Beijing begins from the largest and grandest square in the world - Tiananmen Square. Walking through the square, you will come to the magnificent Forbidden City. After enjoying lunch, begin to visit Summer Palace, the imperial palace and garden of Qing Dynasty. Followed by the world-famous Kungfu Show. Finally you will be transferred to the hotel.

      Optional activities: We also have the optional Peking Opera. If you prefer, we can change it for you and the price is the same
      Attractions: Forbidden CitySummer PalaceTiananmen Square
      Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
      Accommodation: Grand Mercure Xidan, Beijing
  • Day 3
    • Place & Transport:Beijing
      Today's Activities:Head to the world-renowned Badaling Great Wall where you can enjoy the spectacular views. After enjoying lunch at a notable local restaurant, go to visit the dramatic Ming Tombs.
      Attractions: Badaling Great WallMing Tombs
      Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
      Accommodation: Grand Mercure Xidan, Beijing
  • Day 4
    • Place & Transport:Beijing-Xian
      Today's Activities:This morning, you will visit Temple of Heaven where ancient emperors worshipped and prayed for harvest. Then, you will experiencing the Chinese traditional life style in the Hutong area by rickshaw. Be transferred to the airport to board the flight to Xian, the hometown of Terra Cotta Army. Local guide in Xian will warmly welcome you according to your flight schedule.
      Attractions: HutongTemple of Heaven
      Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
      Accommodation: Grand New World Hotel,Xian
  • Day 5
    • Place & Transport:Xian
      Today's Activities:After having the breakfast at the hotel, your excursion begins with the incredible 2000 year-old Terra-Cotta Army, one of the Eight Wonders in the World. The Warriors are part of the underground tomb of the Emperor Qin. You will marvel at the different features and facial expressions of those terra-cotta warriors and horses. After lunch, our guide will take you to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, the landmark of Xian. For today's dinner, the scheduled Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show will be offered after the Dumpling Banquet. Banquet.
      Attractions: Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayan Ta)Tang Dynasty Music and Dance ShowTerracotta Army
      Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, dinner (Dumpling Banquet)
      Accommodation: Grand New World Hotel, Xian
  • Day 6
  • Day 7
    • Place & Transport:Xian-Lhasa
      Today's Activities:We will transfer you to the airport, and you'll leave Xian for Lhasa which is the capital of the Tibet Autonomous Region. Since Lhasa stands at roughly 3,600 meters above the sea level, you need a good rest at the rest of the day in order to adapt yourself to the high altitude and avoid excessive physical activity to prevent altitude sickness.
      Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
      Accommodation: Thangka Hotel Lhasa
  • Day 8
    • Place & Transport:Lhasa
      Today's Activities:After breakfast, we'll visit Lhasa's most recognizable attraction – the Potala Palace. The Potala Palace has long been enmeshed in the collective dreams of numerous travelers to this mystical region of Tibet. After lunch, visit the dramatic Jokhang Temple which is acclaimed as Lhasa's most sacred monastery and Tibet's spiritual center. Then explore the vibrating Bhakhor Street surrounding the Jokhang Temple,at last,take you to visit the Lhasa Nunnery.
      Attractions: Barkhor StreetJokhang TemplePotala Palace
      Meals:Breakfast,Lunch
      Accommodation: Thangka Hotel Lhasa
  • Day 9
    • Place & Transport:Lhasa
      Today's Activities:In the morning we'll visit Norbulingka which serves as the summer palace of the Dalai Lama. After lunch, proceed to the Sera Monastery which ranks one of the top three famous monasteries in Lhasa. The monks at Sera Monastery debate Doctrines almost every day. If you listen to the debating of Buddhist Doctrines, you'll be deeply impressed by the intense atmosphere.
      Attractions: NorbulingkaSera Monastery
      Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
      Accommodation: Thangka Hotel Lhasa
  • Day 10
    • Place & Transport:Lhasa-Chongqing
      Today's Activities:Pay a visit to the Tibet Museum. After lunch, leave Lhasa for Chongqing by plane. Our local guide will meet you at Chongqing airport. After dinner, embark on the luxury President Cruise Ship. Immediately after weighing anchor at 22:00, a Safety, Orientation & River Briefing Presentation is arranged for you.
      Attractions: Tibet Museum
      Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
      Accommodation: MV President 2 Cruise MV President 3 Cruise
  • Day 11
    • Place & Transport:Yangtze River Cruise
      Today's Activities:We'll land at Fengdu for an excursion to explore the mysterious Ghost City in the morning. Alternatively, visit the imaginative Shibaozhai instead. The wonderful Captain's Welcome Party starts at 18:30. Just enjoy the marvelous Chinese folk dance and music performance, and indulge yourself in the party.
      Attractions: Fengdu Ghost CityShibaozhai
      Meals:Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
      Accommodation: MV President 2 Cruise MV President 3 Cruise
  • Day 12
    • Place & Transport:Yangtze River Cruise
      Today's Activities:Today's sailing along Yangtze River offers you the unrivalled sights of the grand Qutang Gorge and the enticing Wu Gorge. The knowledgeable river guide will offer you more ideas about the Three Gorges including the ancient plank road, mengliang stairway, and hanging coffins, etc. Then land at Badong for a small wooden boat trip to enjoy the breathtaking natural beauties of the crystal clear Shennong Stream. Return to the ship and continue sailing into the western section of Xiling Gorge. Tonight's Farewell Party begins at 19:00. And don't miss the excellent performance by the cruise staff at the get-together which begins at 20:30.
      Attractions: Shennong StreamQutang GorgeWu Gorge
      Meals:Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
      Accommodation: MV President 2 Cruise MV President 3 Cruise
  • Day 13
    • Place & Transport:Yichang-Shanghai
      Today's Activities:Get up early and disembark to see the great project of Three Gorges Dam after breakfast. Return to the ship and prepare well for check-out. After lunch, the ship will arrive in Yichang at around 12:00. Our guide will meet you on board. Transfer you to the airport and then you will fly to the dynamic Shanghai. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by another local guide and transferred to the hotel.
      Attractions: Three Gorges Dam
      Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
      Accommodation: Ramada Plaza Gateway Hotel Shanghai
  • Day 14
    • Place & Transport:Shanghai
      Today's Activities:In the morning, head for Shanghai Museum where a large number of cultural relics from different Dynasties are displayed and Nanjing Road. After enjoying lunch, visit Yuyuan Garden with the local market nearby, and then take a walk along Tianzifang where you can find the special architecture of old shanghai city. Enjoy the exciting Acrobatic Show. Drive back to the hotel.
      Attractions: Nanjing Road (Nanjinglu)Shanghai MuseumShanghai BundYuyuan Garden
      Meals:Breakfast,Lunch
      Accommodation: Ramada Plaza Gateway Hotel Shanghai
  • Day 15
    • Place & Transport:Departure from Shanghai
      Today's Activities:We'll transfer you to the airport, and you can take your homeward flight. Your memorable China tour ends here.
      Meals:Breakfast
      Accommodation: None

Kind NoticesKind Notices

The departure date should be based on the available cruise sailing date and single cabin will incur extra single cabin supplement. The price listed are valid excluding the periods from May 1st to May 3rd, Oct 1st to Oct 7th and Feb 2nd to 8th in 2011 staying in Beijing; F1 Grand Prix staying in Shanghai.

Season DivisionValidityOccupancy Type2-5 Travelers6-9 Travelers10 Travelers & above
Low Season2011-11-01 to 2012-02-29
Twin OccupancyCNY 19304
AU $ 2878
CNY 16357
AU $ 2438
CNY 14997
AU $ 2236
Single OccupancyCNY 21909
AU $ 3266
CNY 18962
AU $ 2827
CNY 17377
AU $ 2591

Services Inclusions

  • 1. Admission fees: to sightseeing spots & activities specified;
  • 2. Meals: as specified above;
  • 3. Tour guides: excellent private English-speaking guide.
  • 4. Accommodations: hotels based on double/single occupancy as specified;
  • 5. Transfers: domestic flights & land transfer with drivers as specified;
  • 6. Travel Agency Liability Insurance during the tour;
  • 7. Government taxes & fees.

Services Exclusions

  • 1. International transportation: including flights to/from China;
  • 2. China visa fees;
  • 3. Gratuities to guides & drivers and any expense of personal nature.
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